1981 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 56 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort, 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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Ascona |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |