2000 GMC Safari vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1986 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 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Safari | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
