1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Megane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
