1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Ascona | A6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
