2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Eclipse | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
