2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 272 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ginetta | Opel |
| Model | G34 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
