1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 201 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Ascona | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
