1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 782 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ascona | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
