1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1977 Renault 12
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1977 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | 12 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| 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 | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
