1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 17 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 925 kg more than 1985 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 Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
