1972 Opel Ascona vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Ascona | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Ascona | 6000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |