1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 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 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Mirada | Ascona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |