1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 11 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 82 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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | 19 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |