The Opel Ascona has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 18 seconds and a top speed of 145 km/h (90.1 mph). It has a drag coefficient of 0.46, indicating moderate aerodynamic efficiency.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
18 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
18 sec
Max Speed
145 km/h 90.1 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.46
Body & Dimensions
The Opel Ascona is a compact sedan with a length of 4.321 meters, width of 1.67 meters, and height of 1.38 meters. It has a wheelbase of 2.518 meters and a minimum turning circle of 10.1 meters. The ride height is 0.13 meters.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
2-4
Length
4321 mm 170.12 in.
Width
1670 mm 65.75 in.
Height
1380 mm 54.33 in.
Wheelbase
2518 mm 99.13 in.
Front Track
1380 mm 54.33 in.
Rear Track
1375 mm 54.13 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.1 m 33.14 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
130 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.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Opel Ascona with a 1.3L inline-4 engine, producing 60 HP and 94 Nm of torque. The carbureted engine has a SOHC valvetrain and 8.2:1 compression ratio, mated to a 4-speed manual transmission, driving the rear wheels. The car has a 2.5L oil capacity and 5.8L coolant capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
60 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
46.3 Hp/l
Torque
94 Nm @ 3800 rpm. 69.33 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Model Code
13N, 13NB
Engine Displacement
1297 cm3 79.15 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
75 mm 2.95 in.
Piston Stroke
73.4 mm 2.89 in.
Compression Ratio
8.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
2.5 l 2.64 US qt | 2.2 UK qt
Coolant
5.8 l 6.13 US qt | 5.1 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Brakes
The Ascona is a car model that features disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, providing a reliable braking system.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Weight & Capacity
The Ascona boasts a lightweight design with a power-to-weight ratio of 15.1 kg/Hp, offering agile handling. Its torque-to-weight ratio of 9.6 kg/Nm further enhances its responsiveness. The car can accommodate up to 460 kg of cargo and has a generous trunk space of 380 l. Fuel efficiency is promising, with a 50 l fuel tank providing a decent driving range.
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Weight To Power Ratio
15.1 kg/Hp, 66.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
9.6 kg/Nm, 103.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
905 kg 1995.18 lbs.
Max Weight
1365 kg 3009.31 lbs.
Max Load
460 kg 1014.13 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
380 l 13.42 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l 13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1000 kg 2204.62 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
485 kg 1069.24 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Opel - Ascona B (facelift 1979)
The length of the Opel Ascona is 4.321 meters or 170.12 inches.
The Opel Ascona has 5 seats.
The minimum turning circle of the Opel Ascona is 10.1 meters or 33.14 feet.
It takes 18 seconds for the Ascona to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h.
The Ascona has a top speed of 145 km/h (90.1 mph).
The Ascona has a drag coefficient of 0.46, which is moderate in terms of aerodynamic efficiency.
Petrol (Gasoline)
While it's possible, the Ascona is better suited for daily commutes and short road trips.
The Ascona has a petrol engine.
The engine displacement is 1.3L (79.15 cubic inches).
It has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The engine produces 60 HP @ 5800 RPM and 94 Nm (69.33 lb-ft) @ 3800 RPM.
Disc
Drum
Ascona
The Opel Ascona was available with a variety of engines, including 1.2-liter, 1.6-liter, and 1.8-liter four-cylinder engines. Some models also had a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine or a 2.4-liter six-cylinder engine.
The Opel Ascona has five seats.
The fuel efficiency of the Opel Ascona varies depending on the engine size and model year. However, it is generally considered to be a fuel-efficient car for its class.
The kerb weight of the Ascona is 905 kg.
The maximum weight the Ascona can handle is 1365 kg.
