1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | S-10 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
