1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1385 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 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Ascona | Commander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
