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Opel Ascona

General information

ModelOpel Ascona
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1583 ccm (96.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.5 litres/100 km (31.36 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1583 ccm (96.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power80.00 PS (59 kW or 79 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque120.00 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke85.0 x 69.8 mm (3.3 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles8.8 seconds
0-60 miles12.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0870 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight920 kg (2,028.3 pounds)
Overall length4140 mm (163.0 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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