1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona 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 25 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 106 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
