2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Impala | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
