2008 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 27 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 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 695 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, 2008 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 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 |
