2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Neon | Ascona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |