2009 Audi A5 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A5 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
