1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 590 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, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Eldorado | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
