1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Ascona |
Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |