1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1523 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Ascona | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
