1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
