1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 420 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
