1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 15 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Ascona | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
