1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 820 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, 2007 Renault Espace (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
