1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 96 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Ascona |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |