1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
