1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 158 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ascona | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1072 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
