2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2341 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Ascona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 101 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |