1995 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Audi A6 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
