1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 240 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Ascona | 307 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |