1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 390 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
