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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 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 | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
