2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 19 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 375 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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Econovan | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
