1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 23 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 165 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
