2009 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 796 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
