1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 930 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
