1985 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Ascona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |