2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 28 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. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 108 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
