1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 850 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Ascona | Voyager |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |