1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Ascona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 50 L |