1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 421 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 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
