2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 613 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
