2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 22 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 4 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Lanos | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Lanos | Ascona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |