1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 11 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 280 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 306 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
