1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 12 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2743 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, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Opel | Lincoln |
| Model | Ascona | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
