2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 24 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 826 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Crown Victoria | Ascona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |