2007 Acura TSX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TSX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
