1974 Opel Ascona vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Ascona | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 405 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
