1972 Ford Torino vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 787 kg more than 1985 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, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Torino | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
