1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 431 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
