1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 28 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 825 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Ascona | A5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
