2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 21 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 920 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
