Opel Ascona Ascona C

Opel - Ascona C

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelAscona
GenerationAscona C
Modification1.6i CAT (75 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production1986
End Of Production1988

Performance

The Ascona is a decent car with a moderate acceleration of 13.5 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h, a top speed of 177 km/h, and a drag coefficient of 0.39.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh13.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph13.5 sec
Max Speed177 km/h 109.98 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.39

Body & Dimensions

The Chevrolet Ascona is a compact sedan offering comfortable seating for five passengers. It boasts a spacious interior, generous cargo space, and a fuel-efficient engine. Its sleek design and sporty handling make it a popular choice for urban commuting and weekend getaways.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4366 mm 171.89 in.
Width1668 mm 65.67 in.
Height1395 mm 54.92 in.
Wheelbase2574 mm 101.34 in.
Front Track1406 mm 55.35 in.
Rear Track1406 mm 55.35 in.
Min Turning Circle10.95 m 35.93 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance148 mm 5.83 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is an Ascona model that runs on Petrol (Gasoline) fuel type.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Ascona features a 1.8L inline-4 engine producing 75 hp and 103.26 lb-ft of torque. It has a 3-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive.

Specs-
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power75 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre41.8 Hp/l
Torque140 Nm @ 3000 rpm. 103.26 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model CodeC16LZ
Engine Displacement1796 cm3 109.6 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore84.8 mm 3.34 in.
Piston Stroke79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Compression Ratio8.9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 l 3.7 US qt | 3.08 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40, 15W-40 / ACEA A2, ACEA A3
Coolant7.7 l 8.14 US qt | 6.78 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox3 gears, manual transmission

Brakes

The car in question is an Ascona with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. This combination of braking systems was commonly used in cars of a certain era, providing adequate stopping power for the time.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum

Weight & Capacity

The Opel Ascona has a weight-to-power ratio of 14.6 kg/Hp (68.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.8 kg/Nm (127.9 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1095 kg (2414.06 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1545 kg (3406.14 lbs.), with a maximum load capacity of 450 kg (992.08 lbs.). The trunk boot space is 510 l (18.01 cu. ft.) and the fuel tank capacity is 61 l (16.11 US gal | 13.42 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio14.6 kg/Hp, 68.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.8 kg/Nm, 127.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1095 kg 2414.06 lbs.
Max Weight1545 kg 3406.14 lbs.
Max Load450 kg 992.08 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum510 l 18.01 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity61 l 16.11 US gal | 13.42 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Opel - Ascona C

The Opel Ascona is a compact car produced by Opel from 1970 to 1993.

The fuel efficiency figures have not been released yet.

The Chevrolet Ascona offers 13.7 cubic feet of cargo space.

The standard features of the Chevrolet Ascona have not been announced yet.

13.5 seconds

177 km/h (109.98 mph)

0.39

This car uses Petrol (Gasoline) as its fuel type.

The model of this car is Ascona.

This car uses Petrol (Gasoline) as its fuel type.

Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specifications.

Top speed information is not in the given specifications.

Curb weight information is not in the given specifications.

The Ascona has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

The braking system is adequate for the car, but it may not meet the standards of more modern vehicles.

Yes, the brakes can be upgraded, but it would require modification to the car's existing braking system.

The Opel Ascona was known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and sporty GT model.

No, the Opel Ascona was discontinued in 1993 and is no longer in production.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Ascona is 14.6 kg/Hp (68.5 Hp/tonne).

The fuel tank capacity of the Ascona is 61 l (16.11 US gal | 13.42 UK gal).

The maximum load capacity of the Ascona is 450 kg (992.08 lbs.).