1984 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1984 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep CJ7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep CJ7 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ7 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
