1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 71 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |