2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Lanos | Ascona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |