2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
