2007 Hummer H2 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 24 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1983 kg more than 1983 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 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H2 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hummer | Opel |
| Model | H2 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
