1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1095 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2580 mm |
