1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1440 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
