2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
