1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 851 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
