2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 788 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Allroad | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
