1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 880 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, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Jimmy | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
