2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1499 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tahoe | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
