2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
