1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 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. Both 1992 Ford Sierra and 1982 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 18 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra 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 1992 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
