1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 291 kg more than 1984 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
