1968 AMC AMX vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 457 kg more than 1986 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | AMX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
