2004 Ford Escape vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 448 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
