2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Malibu | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
