2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2580 mm |
