1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is newer by 16 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross weights approximately 830 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, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Vehicross | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
