1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 166 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Megane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
