1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S8 weights approximately 210 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 S8 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 S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 2011 Audi S8 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 S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Ascona | S8 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |