1997 AC Cobra vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 AC Cobra weights approximately 106 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Cobra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
