1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 210 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 Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Tracker | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |