1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Ascona (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Siete |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
