1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 20 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 406 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
