1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 920 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
