2008 Lotus Exige vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. Both 2008 Lotus Exige and 1982 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Exige | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
