1970 Opel Ascona vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Ascona weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Ascona | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Ascona | 205 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |