1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 1986 Renault 18 is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Renault 18.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault 18 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 18 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
