1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 720 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 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 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 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 407 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
