1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 21 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 290 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, 2002 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Megane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
