1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 71 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |