2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1981 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 Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
