2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1983 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
