1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 8 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 428 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1072 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
