1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 165 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, 1996 Renault Megane (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Megane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
