1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Aerostar | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
