2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 958 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 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Commander | Ascona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |