2006 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1936 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
