2007 Opel Antara vs. 1980 Opel Ascona

To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 845 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Antara 1980 Opel Ascona
Make Opel Opel
Model Antara Ascona
Year Released 2007 1980
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 50 L


 

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