2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2064 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4370 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 |
