1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 466 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
