1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 772 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
