2006 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
