1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 692 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 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Opel | Dodge |
Model | Ascona | Charger |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |