2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
