2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 725 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |
