1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Ascona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |