1969 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 150 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 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
