1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 4 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Renault Rodeo. 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 (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault Rodeo has manual transmission. 1986 Renault Rodeo 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 | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
