1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 610 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Laguna |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |