1982 Ford Taunus vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Taunus weights approximately 106 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Taunus | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Taunus | Ascona |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |