2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 245 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2060 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
