1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 26 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), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 850 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
