1986 Ford Telstar vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Telstar | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Telstar | Ascona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |