2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 20 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 456 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, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | S-10 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
