1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 546 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dakota | Ascona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |