2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-150 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
