2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Aviator | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
