1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
