1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 736 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
