1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 14 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 620 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 406 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
