1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 552 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
