1983 Ford Orion vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Ascona weights approximately 34 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion.
Because 1974 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Orion | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Orion | Ascona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |