1990 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Audi 90 is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 90 weights approximately 190 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, 1990 Audi 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 920 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 |
