1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 16 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 655 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, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Ascona | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Ascona | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |