1999 Ford Contour vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 18 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 228 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |