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Opel Ascona

TheOpel Asconais alarge family car(D-segmentin Europe) that was produced by the German automakerOpelfrom 1970 to 1988. It was produced in three separate generations, beginning withrear-wheel-driveand ending up as a front-wheel driveJ-carderivative. The Ascona was developed to fill the gap in the Opel range as theOpel Rekordwas gradually growing in size.

Opel Ascona
Overview
ManufacturerOpel(General Motors)
Production1970–1988
Body and chassis
ClassLarge family car(D)
RelatedVauxhall Cavalier
Holden Camira
Isuzu Aska
Chronology
SuccessorOpel Vectra

The Ascona took its name from the lakeside resort ofthat nameinTicino,Switzerland,and already in the 1950s a special edition of theOpel Rekord P1was sold as an Opel Ascona in Switzerland, where the name was again used in 1968 for a locally adapted version of theOpel Kadett Binto which the manufacturers had persuaded a 1.7-litre engine borrowed from the largerRekordmodel of the time.[1]The Opel Ascona A launched in 1970 and sold across Europe was, however, the first mainstream Opel model to carry the name - departing from Opel's long standing convention of usingGerman naval rankdesignations for its models.

The Ascona was introduced in September 1970, lasting for 18 years and 3 generations and ended production in August 1988, to be replaced by theOpel VectraA. The second and third generations of the Ascona were developed as global platforms by Opel's then parentGeneral Motors,with various derivative versions manufactured by other GM divisions around the world.

In motorsport,Walter Röhrlwon the1982 World Rally Championshipdrivers' titlewith an Ascona 400.

Ascona A (1970–1975)

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Ascona A
Overview
Also calledOpel 1900 (USA)
Production1970–1975
AssemblyGermany:Bochum
DesignerChuck Jordan
Body and chassis
Body style2/4-doorsaloon
3-doorestate
LayoutFR layout
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase95.75 in (2,432 mm)
Length164.5 in (4,178 mm)
Width64.375 in (1,635 mm)
Height54.5 in (1,384 mm)

In the fall of 1970, Opel presented its completely new vehicle range in Rüsselsheim (internal project code 1.450). TheOpel Mantacoupéwas launched on September 9, followed by the Opel Ascona on October 28 in two- and four-doorsedanforms, plus a three-doorstation wagoncalled the Caravan or Voyage. These models were positioned between the existingOpel Kadettand theOpel Rekord,and unlike later Asconas - there was noVauxhallsister model.

The Ascona was developed as a replacement to the Kadett, but late in the car's development Opel chose to instead develop a new, smaller Kadett and instead positioned the Ascona as a competitor to the successfulFordmid-sizedTaunusrange. The Opel Ascona A stayed in production until 1975. By that time, almost 692,000 vehicles of the first series had been produced.

The range featured petrol engines from 1.2 L to 1.9 L, with power between 60 PS (44 kW) and 90 PS (66 kW). The 1.2 L had anoverhead valve(OHV) head, while the 1.6 L and 1.9 L featured theOpel cam-in-head engine(CIH). The CIH was a compromise effort, with the camshaft mounted next to the valves rather than above them. All used a single barrelcarburetor.Even with this simple design, the Ascona 1.9 SR had a successful career in motorsports, withWalter Röhrlwinning theEuropean Rally Championshipin 1974. TunerSteinmetzdeveloped a special version of the Ascona SR, with two single-barrel Solex carburettors, lifting power to 125 PS (92 kW).

  • Opel Ascona (1973–1975)
  • Rear view
  • Opel Ascona A 4-door sedan
  • Opel Ascona Caravan (1973–1975)
Engines
  • 1.2 S– 1,196 cc, 60 PS (44 kW)
  • 1.6 N– 1,584 cc, 60–68 PS (44–50 kW)
  • 1.6 S– 1,584 cc, 75–80 PS (55–59 kW)
  • 1.9 S– 1,897 cc, 88–90 PS (65–66 kW)

Opel 1900 (US)

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From 1971 to 1975, the 1.9-liter Ascona was exported to the United States as the "Opel 1900" and marketed at Buick-Opel dealerships. Originally two- and four-door dsedans were offered, the former droopped after model year 1973. For 1974, rubber-clad impact bumpers were added in response to federal regulations. All Opels sold in the US in 1975 were equipped withBoschL-Jetronicfuel injection,not available on the European versions, to comply with stricter US emissions requirements. The compression ratio was dropped to 7.6:1, enabling the car to run on 91-octane unleaded gasoline but also lowering maximum power to 75 hp (56 kW; 76 PS) at 4800 rpm.[2]

Due to the unfavorableDeutsche Markto US dollar exchange rate, all Opels in Buick showrooms were replaced by the Japanese-builtIsuzu Geminiswearing Opel badges after 1975.

Ascona B (1975–1981)

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Ascona B
Overview
Also calledChevrolet Ascona (South Africa)
Production1975–1981
Assembly
DesignerTsutomu Aoto, Walter Bickelhaupt, George Gallion, Albertus Holsheimer
Body and chassis
Body style2/4-door saloon
LayoutFR layout
RelatedVauxhall Cavalier
Chevrolet Chevair
Powertrain
Engine
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,518 mm (99.1 in)[3]
Length4,321 mm (170.1 in)[3]
Width1,670 mm (66 in)[3]
Height1,380 mm (54 in)[3]
Curb weight1,050 kg (2,310 lb)[3](approx)

The second generation Opel Ascona B was presented in August 1975 at theFrankfurt Motor Show.It was available as a two or four-door saloon. There were related two and three-door coupé models in the Opel Manta range. There was no estate ( "Caravan" ) body available. It was Opel's version of the "U-car" platform ( "extended subcompact" - therefore unrelated to the laterGM U-platform), and was essentially an enlargened version of theT-Carplatform which underpinned the smallerOpel Kadett CandVauxhall Chevette.

The Ascona B retained the same engine range as its predecessor, versions with highercompression ratioand needing 98 octane petrol, dubbed S, were available alongside the 90 octane models. The first change took place in January 1976, when laminated window glass became available as a no-cost option. The 1.9 L "S" cam-in-head engine was replaced by the modernised 2.0 L (20S) in September 1977. The 20N became available in January 1978, and all models now also received electric windscreen washers. A 2.0 Ldieselmotor was added to the Ascona B range in 1978, mostly targeted at theBeneluxcountries and Italy, where local tax structures provided an incentive for diesel-powered automobiles - in 1979, 97% of diesels were exported, while 59% of petrol powered cars went in the export.[4]

By the end of 1978 the 1.6 S engine was discontinued in Germany (where it was replaced by the 19N, with the same power but lower fuel consumption), but continued to be available in some markets in a somewhat down-tuned version with 70 PS (51 kW). In January 1979 the street legal version of the Ascona 400 with 2.4-liter engine (16 valves, 144 PS) appeared, followed a month later by the more prosaic 1.3 liter OHC engine. This largely replaced the old 1.2 liter pushrod unit which dated back to 1962, but production continued in dwindling numbers into 1980 for some export markets.[5]

In September 1979 the Ascona received a minor facelift, including plastic bumpers and a grey front grille with a larger mesh. The 2.0 E engine with a Bosch L-Jetronic electronicfuel injectionarrived in January 1980, after having been first installed in the Manta and Rekord models.[6]The 2.0 E equipped Ascona also received an upgraded clutch shared with the sporting Manta GT/E.[6]In January 1981 the Ascona underwent its last changes, when adjustments made to the 16N and 20N engines. The 1.9 N and 2.0 N engines were discontinued in the German market, while the 1.6 N engine was now only available coupled with an automatic transmission.

Over 1.2 million Ascona B units were produced worldwide until August 1981. The two millionth Ascona was an Ascona B, built in April 1980, and the one millionth Ascona sold in Germany was registered in July of that same year.[7]The related Manta coupé versions however, remained in production until 1988.

  • Rear view
  • Ascona 2.0 with a factory tuned engine by Irmscher, 120 PS
  • Vauxhall Cavalier MkI
Engines
  • 1.2 N– 1196 cc, 55 PS (40 kW)
  • 1.2 S– 1196 cc, 60 PS (44 kW) - 58 PS in Sweden and Switzerland (S12S)
  • 1.3 N– 1297 cc, 60 PS (44 kW)
  • 1.3 S– 1297 cc, 75 PS (55 kW)
  • 1.6 N– 1584 cc, 60 PS (44 kW)
  • 1.6 S– 1584 cc, 75 PS (55 kW), later 70 PS (51 kW)
  • 1.9 N– 1897 cc, 75 PS (55 kW)
  • 1.9 S– 1897 cc, 90 PS (66 kW)
  • 2.0 N– 1979 cc, 90 PS (66 kW)
  • 2.0 S– 1979 cc, 100 PS (74 kW)
  • 2.0 E– 1979 cc, 110 PS (81 kW)
  • 2.4 E– 2420 cc, 144 PS (106 kW)
  • 2.0 D– 1998 cc, 58 PS (43 kW)

Export models

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In theUnited Kingdom,theVauxhall Cavalierbadge was used on bothsaloonand coupé models from late 1975, which came out of the same factory inBelgium— the first Vauxhall to be built abroad. The front ends were different, featuring Vauxhall's trademark "droop snoot", as designed byWayne Cherry.

South Africa

InSouth Africathere was a locally assembled version called theChevrolet Ascona,identical in many respects to the four-door Opel Ascona B. The Ascona came with a locally built 1.3 liter inline-four from theVauxhall Viva.A preceding upmarket version with theVauxhall Cavalier's longer front end was sold as theChevrolet Chevair,equipped with bigger engines of Chevrolet origins. The Ascona was launched in July 1978, and replaced the Vauxhall-based Chevrolet 1300/1900-series. It was available in De Luxe or S trim, with the S receiving a sportier treatment with a three-spoke steering wheel, tartan seat inserts, andRostylerims.[8]

Ascona 400 rally car

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The Rothmans Ascona 400 which won the 1983Safari Rallyin the hands ofAri Vatanen.

First shown at Frankfurt in September 1979, the Ascona 400 was a homologation special sold only to make it eligible for rallying's Group 4 category.[9]The Ascona 400s were built at General Motors' plant in Antwerp. The1980world championWalter Röhrltook the rally car to victory and won theWorld Rally Championshipdrivers' titlein the1982 season.

The car was developed by Opel alongside theManta B 400 modelwhich consisted of the same changes. Irmscher and Cosworth were hired as partners for the project, Cosworth to deliver a 16 valve double cam crossflow head for the engine, and Irmscher for the exterior and interior styling. Cosworth delivered the heads to Opel and Opel soon discovered a major mistake. The plan was to use the 2.0 litre engine block but this did not produce enough power. Time was running out and Opel badly needed to do something. Opel took the 2.0E block, installed forged pistons, different connecting-rods, and forged crankshaft with 85mm stroke. The result was a 2.4 litre engine. The 2.4 litre engine gave rise to some massive power outputs using the 16 valve head. The street versions of the 400 therefore came with 144 hp (107 kW) engines, using the Bosch fuel injection of the Manta GSi and GT/E series. However, in race trim they were delivered putting out 230 hp (172 kW), which could be improved further to 340 hp (254 kW), while still using normally aspirated engine components.

Irmscher delivered the rally trim for the exterior. Large and widened wings, light weight hood, front wings, rear boot lid and doors were also installed.

By 1984, theAudi Quattroappeared more powerful than ever and the Ascona 400 was rendered obsolete. But the Ascona 400 still has some remarkable records. The Ascona 400 was the last rear wheel drive rally car to win the drivers' world championship, ensuring its place in motorsports history.

WRC victories

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No. Event Season Driver Co-driver Car
1 30th International Swedish Rally 1980 Anders Kulläng Bruno Berglund Opel Ascona 400
2 50éme Rallye Automobile de Monte Carlo 1982 Walter Röhrl Christian Geistdörfer Opel Ascona 400
3 14ème Rallye Côte d'Ivoire 1982 Walter Röhrl Christian Geistdörfer Opel Ascona 400
4 31st Marlboro Safari Rally 1983 Ari Vatanen Terry Harryman Opel Ascona 400

Ascona C (1981–1988)

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Ascona C
Overview
Also calledChevrolet Monza(South America)
Vauxhall Cavalier Mk II
Production1981–1988
1982–1996 (Brazil)
Assembly
Body and chassis
Body style2/4-doorsaloon
5-doorfastback/hatchback

2-door convertible

3-doorhatchback(Brazil)
LayoutFF layout
PlatformGM J platform
RelatedBuick Skyhawk
Cadillac Cimarron
Chevrolet Cavalier
Isuzu Aska
Oldsmobile Firenza
Holden Camira
Pontiac J2000
Vauxhall Cavalier
Powertrain
Transmission4/5-speedmanual
3-speedautomatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,574 mm (101.3 in)
Length4,366 mm (171.9 in) (sedan)
4,264 mm (167.9 in) (hatchback)
Width1,668 mm (65.7 in)
Height1,395 mm (54.9 in) (sedan)
1,385 mm (54.5 in) (hatchback)
Curb weight920–1,090 kg (2,028–2,403 lb)
The Ascona C3, introduced for 1986, featured a body-coloured grille, in contrast with the black "CD" grille used across the Ascona range since 1984 (on the C2).

The Ascona C was launched in August 1981 as part ofGeneral Motors' J-car project.This was Opel's secondfront-wheel drivecar since the introduction of theKadett Din 1979. This car was manufactured inRüsselsheim,Germany,Antwerp,Belgium,São Caetano do Sul,BrazilandLuton,England,and was sold in the UK under the nameVauxhall Cavalierand as the Chevrolet Monza in Latin America. The Cavalier Coupé was phased out, but the Opel Manta was retained in the UK (the last car to be badged as an Opel in the UK before the brand was phased out there in 1988). There were no longer sheet metal differences between Opel and Vauxhall models after 1982. The Ascona C won the "Goldenes Lenkrad" (Golden Steering Wheel) award at the end of 1981 and was West Germany's biggest selling car. The new Ascona no longer had the sporty character of its predecessors, being a more unadulterated family car which was considerably more space-efficient than earlier models.[10]

It was narrowly beaten to theEuropean Car of the Yearaward by theRenault 9in 1982. It took another 27 years before its successor model, theOpel Insignia,won the 2009 European Car of the Year award by only 1 point, from the Second placedFord Fiesta.The Ascona C underwent two notable facelifts during its term of production.

The range added an option of a five-doorfastback/hatchbackBodystyle, named CC in a few markets - short for "Combi Coupé." The hatchback model was shorter than the saloons, with a marginally smaller luggage compartment and 5 cm (2.0 in) less headspace in the backseat.[11]All engines were now SOHC crossflow designs with abreakerless ignition systemandhydraulic tappets.[10]The base model was the 1.3 L introduced in 1978 in the Ascona B, with 60 PS (44 kW), followed by a 1.6 L with 75 PS (55 kW). "S" versions with higher compression ratio had power increased by as much as twenty per cent. The top of the line was the sporty GTE model, withelectronic fuel injection,pushing power to 130 PS (96 kW) in the last two model years. Diesel power came from an 1.6SH derived block, with 1.6 litres.Catalytic converterswere optional in the larger petrol units starting from 1986.

The Ascona C was also assembled inSouth Africa,where it was sold byGM South Africa,replacing the Chevrolet Ascona which was based on the Ascona B. It was dropped in 1986 and replaced by a sedan version of the Kadett E called theOpel Monza.[12]

As before, there was noestate carversion of the Ascona, although Vauxhall in the UK brought in the rear ends of theHolden Camirawagon (estate car) and adapted them to the Cavalier beginning with the 1984 model year.[13][14]Opel continued to use the Ascona nameplate until theVectrawas launched in 1988, while the Cavalier name was retained by Vauxhall until 1995.

  • Rear view, 1981-84 model
  • 2-door saloon (1981–1984)
  • Touring five-door (C3, 1988)
  • 5-door hatchback (C3)
  • 5-door hatchback (C3)
Timeline
  • September 1981 – Introduction of the Ascona C as the successor for the Ascona B. This, the original version, is usually referred to as "C1"to distinguish it from the later, facelifted versions. Available bodystyles for the Ascona included 2- and 4-door Sedans and a 5-door Hatchback (the CC). Initial engine choice included the1.3N(60 PS),1.3S(75 PS),1.6N(75 PS) and1.6S(90 PS), all of which had a four-speed gearbox or optional three-speed automatic transmission for all except the 1.3 N. Trim variations includedBase,Luxus,Berlina,andSR.
  • 1982 – Introduction of theAscona Dieselwith a 1.6 (55 PS) engine, available with a five-speed gearbox. Introduction of theAscona CDwith higher level of equipment. A new 1.8E engine with LE-Jetronic (115 PS) and five-speed gearbox is introduced in September.[15]Optionalpower steering,electric windows, electric mirrors and computer available at extra cost. The five-speed transmission was now also made available in the 1.6S. Introduction of Chevrolet Monza in Brazil, with a 1.6 engine and 3 door hatchback body style. Later the 1.8 engine was made available.
  • 1983 – Modified ignition switch and door locks. Improvements made to water pump, valve seals and radiator hoses. Aftermarket convertibles were now available fromKeinath[16](later also by Hammond & Thiede). Optional central locking and heated mirrors. Optional Sports suspension available for SR and 1.8 E engine. Automatically adjustable rear brakes now standard. As of May, the five-speed transmission was available in all models.[17]Introduction of 2 and 4 door sedan bodystyle in Brazil.
  • 1984 –C2:All models have a facelift with new CD-style radiator grille, new wheel trims, new front seat mountings, modified centre console, remote-adjustable door mirrors and height-adjustable steering wheel. 1.3S engine now has a new start-stop system. Improved clutch damping and headlight seals. Model names also changed: Base becomesLS,L becomesGL,Berlina becomesGLS,and SR becomesGT.
  • 1985 –1.8iengine with three-way catalyst introduced (100 PS). This engine was built in Rüsselsheim and only installed in cars built in that plant, meaning that it was not available in the two-door bodywork as that style was only manufactured in Antwerp.[18]One-way catalysts are available for all engines. Modified clutch lining and door seals.
  • 1986 –C3:All models are facelifted, this time with clear front indicator lenses, dark taillight lenses with fewer ridges, colour-keyed radiator grille, air vent, and front spoiler. GT now has front and rear spoilers. New engines were also available:1.6iand2.0iwith three-way catalysts. 1.6 has Multec-central Injection system and 75 PS (55 kW), while 2.0 has Bosch Motronic Injection system and 115 PS (85 kW), with or without catalyst (20NE/C20NE). The 1.3 was no longer available in the German market.
  • 1987 – Non-catalyst 2.0i replaced by 130 PS (96 kW)20SEHversion, only available with GT trim. Introduction of 2.0 engine in Brazil.
  • 1988 – The GL model changes name to "Touring" (already used in 1986 for the last of the C2 Ascona's). August marks the end of production for the Ascona C, replaced by theOpel Vectra A.
  • 1990 - 2 and 4 door sedan models are facelifted in Brazil.
  • 1991 - Electronic fuel injection is adopted in Brazil.
  • 1996 - End of production in Brazil.
Models

The following versions of the Ascona C were available, all with inline fours. Data is for the German market. There were certain differences in various export market models:[19][20][21][22]

Engine Cat. Power Torque Transmission Top speed Fueltype Equipment levels Years
PS kW hp @ rpm N·m lb·ft @ rpm km/h mph before facelift after facelift
1.3N 1297 cc – 60 44 59 5800 94 69 3400–3800 4MT 150 93 normal Std/J/Luxus/Berlina LS/GL/GLS 81–86
1.3S 1297 cc – 75 55 74 5800 101 74 3800–4600 4MT, 3AT 160 99 super Std/J/Luxus/Berlina LS/GL/GLS 81–86
1.6N 1598 cc – 75 55 74 5600 123 91 3000–4000 4/5MT, 3AT 160 99 normal Std/J/Luxus/Berlina LS/GL/Touring/GLS 81–88
1.6E 1598 cc ● 75 55 74 5200 121 89 3400 4/5MT, 3AT 160 99 unleaded — LS/GL/Touring/GLS 86–88
1.6S 1598 cc – 90 66 89 5800 126 93 3800–4200 4/5MT, 3AT 170 106 super Std/J/Luxus/Berl./SR LS/GL/GLS/GT/CD 81–86
↓ ↓ – 82 60 81 5400 130 96 2600 ↓ 165 103 ↓ — LS/GL/GLS 86–87[23]
1.8N 1796 cc – 84 62 83 5400 143 105 2600 4/5MT, 3AT 168 104 normal — LS/GL/Touring/GLS/GT 87–88
1.8E 1796 cc – 115 85 113 5800 151 111 4800 5MT, 3AT 187 116 super Luxus/Berl./SRE/CD GL/Touring/GLS/GT/CD 82–86
↓ ↓ ● 100 74 99 5800 140 100 3000 ↓ 180 112 ↓ — LS/GL/GLS/GT/CD 85–86[24]
2.0E 1998 cc – 115 85 113 5800 175 129 3000 5MT, 3AT 187 116 super — GL/Touring/GLS/GT 86–87
↓ ↓ ● ↓ ↓ ↓ 5400 170 130 ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ sup. unld. — LS/GL/Touring/GLS/GT 86–88
↓ ↓ – 130 96 128 5600 180 130 4600 5MT 193 120 ↓ — GT 87–88
1.6D 1598 cc – 54 40 53 4600 96 71 2400 4/5MT, 3AT 143 89 diesel Std/J/Luxus/Berl./CD LS/GL/Touring/GLS/CD 82–88

Chevrolet Monza

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InBrazil,the Ascona C was sold from May 1982 until August 1996 as the Chevrolet Monza.[25]Chevrolet did not use the Ascona brand because the Spanish and Portuguese word "asco" means "disgust, repugnance". Instead, it was named after thefamous Italian circuit.

It was originally only available as a three-doorhatchback,a body style unique to Latin America.[26]However, two and four-door sedans appeared in March 1983.[27]GM do Brasil also considered offering the Monza as astation wagon,and produced two full-size clay models, one with five doors and one with three doors, with a similar rear to theHolden Camirain Australia, which was also used as the basis of theVauxhall Cavalierin the UK, but it never entered into production.[28]However, Envemo began converting the four-door Monza sedan into a station wagon called the Camping, although it retained the rear doors and taillights of the sedan.[29]Envemo also converted the two-door Monza sedan into a convertible.[30]In 1989 the slow-selling liftback was discontinued, leaving only the two- and four-door three-box sedans.[31]

Originally it was available with either a 1.6 or a 1.8 engine with 75 or 84 PS (55 or 62 kW).[32]These were changed to more powerful 1.8 and 2.0s in 1986.[27]

The Monza received a number of facelifts, the last one bringing its looks in line with those of current European GM products, with new fenders front and rear to accommodate new head and taillights. Diesel versions were available for export markets, most notablyUruguayandArgentina,powered byIsuzu's 4EC1 engine.[citation needed]

The Monza first went on sale inColombiain 1985 in a 4-door sedan body style, assembled locally byGM Colmotores.In Colombia, a top of the line sedan version was sold from 1987 to 1992 as the Monza Classic with a three-speed automatic transmission.[33]In Venezuela it was assembled and sold from 1985 to 1990. Originally it was equipped with a carbureted 1.8-litre engine, but this was later replaced with a fuel-injected 2-litre unit.

  • Brazilian-made Monza 1.8 S/R Hatchback three-door
  • Chevrolet Monza 1.8 S/R two-door sedan
  • 1996 Chevrolet Monza GL (facelift model)

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