1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 710 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
