1984 Opel Ascona vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 102 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Ascona | 1985 Ford Laser | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Ascona | Laser |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |