1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 16 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 307 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
