1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 656 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
