1992 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Ascona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |