1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2735 mm |
