2008 Audi R8 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 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 (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 146 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
