1996 Audi S6 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 15 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 740 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S6 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
