2008 Kia Cerato vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato 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. Both 2008 Kia Cerato and 1981 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cerato (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 304 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, 2008 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cerato | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
