1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1096 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DeVille | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 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 Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
