1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1977 Renault 4
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 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 40 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. 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, 1977 Renault 4, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1977 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
