1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 30 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Ascona | S6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2847 mm |
