1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 505 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
