2003 Ford Puma vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 22 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Puma weights approximately 18 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, 2003 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Puma | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
