1986 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 2 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1984 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 80 (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
