2007 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 645 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
