1981 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, both 1981 Ford Thunderbird and 1981 Opel Ascona were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Thunderbird | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Thunderbird | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
