1985 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Ascona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |