2000 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 19 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 560 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, 2000 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Ascona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |