1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 22 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Ascona | Montana |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |