1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 19 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
