1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 375 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Ascona | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
