2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 22 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 806 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rendezvous | Ascona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |