2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1983 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
