2008 Audi S5 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 24 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 841 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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S5 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
