1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2004 Ford Lynx is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Lynx weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2004 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Ascona | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
