1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Charger | Ascona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |