2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 538 kg more than 1983 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 Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
