1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 846 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis 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 Vel Satis | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |