1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 27 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 455 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2648 mm |
