1990 Ford Orion vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 141 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Orion | Ascona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |