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. Both 1981 Opel Ascona and 2002 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 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 245 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
