2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | Plus 8 | Ascona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |