1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 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 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Ascona | A5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
