1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, both 1982 Opel Ascona and 1982 Renault 11 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 187 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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 (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 11 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 11 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1072 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
