2004 Ford Laser vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser 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. Both 2004 Ford Laser and 1981 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Laser weights approximately 95 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 Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
