1977 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 1977 Ford Capri 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 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Capri | Ascona |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |