1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 15 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 490 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
