1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 550 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ascona | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
