1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
