1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 587 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
