1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1984 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
