2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Ascona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |