2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 906 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
