1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1596 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Arnage | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |