2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Explorer | Ascona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4007 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |