2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 23 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 20 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Sirion | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
