1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1288 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 Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Ascona | Ram |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3569 mm |
