2008 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 297 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Rezzo | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Rezzo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
