1971 Chrysler Newport 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 Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 895 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 Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Newport | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2580 mm |
