1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
