1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 806 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Opel | Buick |
Model | Ascona | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |