1991 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1974 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1974 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Achieva | Ascona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |