2003 Honda That vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Honda That is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Ascona (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda That | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | That | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
