1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 534 kg more than 1983 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 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
