2006 Acura TL vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Acura TL 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 525 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 TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TL | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
