1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 251 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Opel Ascona 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Opel Chevrolet
Model Ascona Colorado
Year Released 1980 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 22.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 72 L


 

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