1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 205 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
