1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 630 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 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | G6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
