2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Cuore | Ascona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |