1990 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 500 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 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Voyager | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Voyager | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 920 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
