2009 Audi R8 vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
