1977 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 545 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1296 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 | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
