2007 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
