1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Clio |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |