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Opel Ascona 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Ascona 1.6
Year1982
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.5 litres/100 km (31.36 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power82.00 PS (60 kW or 81 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque131 Nm (13.4 kgf-m or 96.6 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.0 x 81.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0770 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4290 litres (1,133 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1065 kg (2,347.9 pounds)
Overall length4370 mm (172.0 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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