1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 935 kg more than 1985 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lincoln Continental | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
