1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
