2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1389 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | LR3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
