1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 12 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 455 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Ascona | Voyager |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |