1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 12 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 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 596 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DeVille | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1014 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 |
