1992 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 81 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Ascona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |