1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1982 Audi 4000
To start off, both 1982 Opel Ascona and 1982 Audi 4000 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 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 4000.
Because 1982 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Ascona (150 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1982 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Ascona | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
