1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 29 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 935 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 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Ascona | A8 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |