1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 900 kg more than 1983 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 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Cordoba | Ascona |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |