2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 762 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 856 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lotec | Opel |
| Model | C 1000 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
