1981 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 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 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
