2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 21 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 555 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Chairman | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Chairman | Ascona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |