1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 13 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. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
