2006 Opel Astra vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
