1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 220 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Ascona | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Ascona | 930 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |