1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 576 kg more than 1981 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LeSabre | Ascona |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1014 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 |