1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Ascona | 760 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
