2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 767 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona. 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Charger | Ascona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |