1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Festiva | Ascona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |