2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 810 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
