1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 1987 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
