1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 390 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 605 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
