1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 1 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 185 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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Tempo | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Tempo | Ascona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |