1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 101 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Taunus | Ascona |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |