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 113 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 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 676 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 | 40 L | 70 L |
