2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 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 Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
