1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 466 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
