1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 15 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 690 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
