2009 Ford Edge vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Edge | Ascona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |