1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, 2007 Renault Modus is newer by 21 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 240 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, 2007 Renault Modus (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2007 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Modus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
