2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 488 kg more than 1983 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 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
