1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, both 1982 Opel Ascona and 1982 Buick Century were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Century (110 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Buick Century (197 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1982 Buick Century | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Ascona | Century |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2662 mm |
