1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Floride |
Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |