1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,944 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Peugeot 504 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Ascona | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Ascona | 504 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |