1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 23 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 640 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | GTO |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
