1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 32 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 909 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Ascona | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3052 mm |
