2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 825 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
