2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 460 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
