1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 307 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
