1989 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
