1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 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.
Because 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Ascona | A6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
