1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 610 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
