1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
