1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 543 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caravan | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
