2005 Audi S6 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 24 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 801 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S6 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
