1963 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 451 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Ascona |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |