1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 651 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
