1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 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, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Voyager | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
