1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 11 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 275 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B6 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
