1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 12 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
