2009 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 28 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 2,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 595 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, 2009 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2697 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
