1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 22 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 206 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
