2006 Acura RSX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 25 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 354 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RSX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
