1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 304 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Spirit | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
