1990 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Ascona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |