1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, both 1982 Audi Coupe and 1982 Opel Ascona were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1982 Audi Coupe 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 Audi Coupe | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
