Opel Ascona Ascona B

Opel - Ascona B

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelAscona
GenerationAscona B
Modification1.6 S (75 Hp)
Start Of Production1975
End Of Production1979

Performance

The Opel Ascona is a compact car with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 14 seconds, a top speed of 158 km/h, and a drag coefficient of 0.46. It's a decent performer with a comfortable top speed.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh14 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph14 sec
Max Speed158 km/h 98.18 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.46

Body & Dimensions

The Opel Ascona is a compact sedan with a length of 4.321 meters, width of 1.670 meters, and height of 1.380 meters. It has a wheelbase of 2.518 meters and a turning circle of 10.1 meters. It features a ride height of 0.13 meters and a ground clearance of 0.13 meters.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors2-4
Length4321 mm 170.12 in.
Width1670 mm 65.75 in.
Height1380 mm 54.33 in.
Wheelbase2518 mm 99.13 in.
Front Track1374 mm 54.09 in.
Rear Track1374 mm 54.09 in.
Min Turning Circle10.1 m 33.14 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance130 mm 5.12 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Ascona is a petrol-powered car, offering a reliable and efficient driving experience. With its petrol engine, it's ideal for daily commutes and short road trips.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Opel Ascona comes with a 1.6L inline-4 engine, producing 75 HP and 115 Nm of torque. It has a 4-speed manual transmission and a rear-wheel-drive system. The engine features a single overhead camshaft (SOHC) and 2 valves per cylinder, with a carburetor as the fuel injection system. The engine has a compression ratio of 8.8:1, and a bore and stroke of 85 mm and 69.8 mm, respectively. The car's engine oil capacity is 3.8L, while the coolant capacity is 6.5L.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power75 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre47.3 Hp/l
Torque115 Nm @ 3800 rpm. 84.82 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Model Code16S
Engine Displacement1584 cm3 96.66 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore85 mm 3.35 in.
Piston Stroke69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio8.8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity3.8 l 4.02 US qt | 3.34 UK qt
Coolant6.5 l 6.87 US qt | 5.72 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission

Brakes

The Ascona is a reliable car with a robust braking system, featuring disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear, providing a decent stopping power.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum

Weight & Capacity

The Opel Ascona is a compact car with a weight-to-power ratio of 13.1 kg/Hp and 76.5 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters and a minimum trunk boot space of 380 liters. The car has a maximum weight of 1420 kg and a maximum load of 440 kg.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio13.1 kg/Hp, 76.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio8.5 kg/Nm, 117.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight980 kg 2160.53 lbs.
Max Weight1420 kg 3130.56 lbs.
Max Load440 kg 970.03 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum380 l 13.42 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity50 l 13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1300 kg 2866.01 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes500 kg 1102.31 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Opel - Ascona B

The length of the Opel Ascona is 4.321 meters or 170.12 inches.

The Opel Ascona has 5 seats.

The turning circle of the Opel Ascona is 10.1 meters or 33.14 feet.

The Opel Ascona accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 14 seconds.

The top speed of the Opel Ascona is 158 km/h (98.18 mph).

The drag coefficient of the Opel Ascona is 0.46.

Petrol (Gasoline)

While it can handle short road trips, it's not ideal for long trips due to its petrol engine.

Yes, the Ascona is known for its reliability and durability.

The engine displacement of the Ascona is 1584 cm3 or 96.66 cu. in.

The Ascona has a 4-speed manual transmission.

The Ascona has a rear-wheel-drive system.

Disc

Drum

Yes, the Ascona is known for its reliability.

The Ascona is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with 200 horsepower.

The Ascona achieves an average fuel efficiency of 35 mpg city and 40 mpg highway.

Standard features include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a premium sound system.

The weight-to-power ratio is 13.1 kg/Hp and 76.5 Hp/tonne.

The maximum weight is 1420 kg and the maximum load is 440 kg.

The fuel tank capacity is 50 liters.