1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 110 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Ascona | Corsair |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |