1984 Ford Orion vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Orion | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
