1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1979 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1980 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Because 1980 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 305, 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 1979 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 305 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
