1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 25 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Logan weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2006 Renault Logan | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Logan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |