1970 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 631 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.
Because 1970 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Ascona | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Ascona | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |