The Ascona is a decent performer, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and reaching a top speed of 200 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.46 suggests a relatively aerodynamic design.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
7.6 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
7.6 sec
Max Speed
200 km/h 124.27 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 ground clearance of 0.13 meters. It has 4 seats and 2 doors.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Doors
2
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
1374 mm 54.09 in.
Rear Track
1374 mm 54.09 in.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
130 mm 5.12 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Opel Ascona is a compact car that runs on petrol (gasoline).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is an Ascona with a 4-cylinder, inline engine and a displacement of 2410 cm3 (147.07 cu. in.). The engine has a bore of 95 mm (3.74 in.) and a stroke of 85 mm (3.35 in.), resulting in a compression ratio of 9.7. The engine produces 144 Hp at 5200 rpm and 210 Nm (154.89 lb.-ft.) of torque at 3800 rpm. The engine is naturally aspirated, with a DOHC valvetrain and multi-port manifold injection. The engine is linked to a 5-speed manual transmission and powers the rear wheels of the vehicle. The power-to-displacement ratio is 59.8 Hp/l.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
144 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
59.8 Hp/l
Torque
210 Nm @ 3800 rpm. 154.89 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Displacement
2410 cm3 147.07 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
95 mm 3.74 in.
Piston Stroke
85 mm 3.35 in.
Compression Ratio
9.7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
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
5 gears, manual transmission
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with decent braking and tire capabilities. The ventilated front discs and disc rear brakes ensure adequate stopping power, while the 195/60 R14 tires offer a comfortable ride.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Tires Size
195/60 R14
Wheel Rims Size
14
Weight & Capacity
The Ascona is a well-balanced car with a decent power-to-weight ratio of 7.2 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 4.9 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1030 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters. The trunk space is moderately sized at 380 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.2 kg/Hp, 139.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.9 kg/Nm, 203.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1030 kg 2270.76 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
380 l 13.42 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l 13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal
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 4 seats.
The ground clearance of the Opel Ascona is 0.13 meters or 5.12 inches.
7.6 seconds
200 km/h (124.27 mph)
0.46
Petrol (Gasoline)
Petrol (Gasoline)
Yes
The engine is an inline, 4-cylinder.
It has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The car produces 144 Hp at 5200 rpm.
The Ascona features ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.
The car is equipped with 195/60 R14 tires.
The Ascona has 14-inch wheels.
The Opel Ascona is a compact car produced by Opel from 1970 to 1993.
The Opel Ascona was known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and various trim levels, including a sporty GT version.
No, the Opel Ascona was discontinued in 1993 and is no longer in production.
