2000 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 16 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1046 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
