1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 230 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, 1991 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Ascona | Laser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
