2008 Opel Agila vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Agila | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
