2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1975 Opel Ascona

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1974 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 1975 Opel Ascona
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Avalanche Ascona
Year Released 2005 1975
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8128 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 597 Nm 115 Nm
Engine Bore Size 108 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111 mm 69.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 8.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2984 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 50 L


 

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