1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 22 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 610 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
