1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 301 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cougar | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
