1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 656 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
