1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1204 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
