2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 26 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DTS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
