2001 Noble M12 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Noble | Opel |
| Model | M12 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
