1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 7 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 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 631 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
