1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Ascona |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |