1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (103 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 1988 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
