2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Transit Connect | Ascona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |