2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1981 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Envoy | Ascona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |