2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 896 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 TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 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 | 390 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
