1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 136 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
