1986 Chrysler ES vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler ES. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler ES. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler ES | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ascari |
| Model | ES | A10 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2636 mm |
