2005 Acura MDX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 24 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1099 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | MDX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
