1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 770 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ascona | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
