1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1019 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
