1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 11 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
