1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1426 kg more than 1986 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Ascona | Ram |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
