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Opel Ascona 400

General information

ModelOpel Ascona 400
Year1979
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2408 ccm (146.94 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2408 ccm (146.94 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power144.00 PS (106 kW or 142 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque210.00 Nm (21.4 kgf-m or 154.9 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Bore x stroke95.0 x 85.0 mm (3.7 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed197.0 km/h (122.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.7 seconds
0-50 miles5.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1331 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1082 kg (2,385.4 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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