2007 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 229 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Because 1979 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 1979 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
