2009 Audi R8 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1982 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 1982 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
