2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Defender | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
