2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1552 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
