1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 880 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
