1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
