1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 577 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
