1986 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
