1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
