2003 Ford Explorer vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1019 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
