1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 7 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 19 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
