1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
