2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 17 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 880 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, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Voyager | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
