1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 26 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 131 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Ascona | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Ascona | Ka |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |