2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Terracan | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
