2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 27 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. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | H1 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
