1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 686 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
