2007 Lexus GS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 672 kg more than 1981 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 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | GS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
