1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 386 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Ascona |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |