1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1751 kg more than 1984 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |
