2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
