2009 Daewoo Evanda vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 577 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, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Evanda | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Evanda | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
