1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1986 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Ascona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |