1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 9 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 490 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DeVille | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
