1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 7 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 19 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
