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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 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 695 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 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 | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1715 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 |