2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 17 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 838 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Eldorado | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
