1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1380 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 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Ascona | Savana |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
