1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1986 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
