1986 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
