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 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 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 290 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 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 | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
