1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1982 Audi 4000
To start off, 1982 Audi 4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm). This means 1982 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1982 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Ascona | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
