1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
