1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1075 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Sixty | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
