2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 341 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cobalt | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
