1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 414 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
