2003 Opel Astra vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra 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. Both 2003 Opel Astra and 1981 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 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, 2003 Opel Astra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
