1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 505 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Ascona | 505 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |