2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
