2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sierra (354 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 2006 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
