2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1754 kg more than 1972 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2440 mm |
