2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Ascona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |