1978 Ford Capri vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 196 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Capri | Ascona |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |