2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
