1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 236 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, 1989 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | 21 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |