1989 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 8 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 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 206 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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1014 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 |
