2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Odyssey | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
