2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1982 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
