1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 27 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 709 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Ascona | A5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
