1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 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, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DeVille | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
