2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 23 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1026 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LaCrosse | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
