2007 Acura RDX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 26 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RDX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
