1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 19 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
