2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 830 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
