1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 570 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 Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Ascona | Fusion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |