1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
