2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1148 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Terracan | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
