Opel Ascona C (1981–1988)
The Opel Ascona C was offered with 15 engine versions (14 gasoline, 1 diesel), from 54 to 129 hp, built 1981–1988.
EnlargeProduction years1981–1988
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length171.9 in (4,366 mm)
Width65.7 in (1,668 mm)
Height54.9 in (1,395 mm) – 54.5 in (1,385 mm)
Cargo volume18.0 cu ft (510 l)
Fuel tank16.1 gal (61 l)
All Opel Ascona C engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 N (60 hp) | 1981–1986 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 69 lb-ft (94 Nm) | 17.5 s | 93 mph (150 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.3 S (75 hp) | 1981–1988 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 74 lb-ft (101 Nm) | 15 s | 99 mph (160 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 N (75 hp) | 1981–1987 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 91 lb-ft (123 Nm) | 99 mph (160 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | ||
| 1.6 S (90 hp) | 1981–1986 | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | 93 lb-ft (126 Nm) | 12.5 s | 106 mph (170 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 D (54 hp) | 1982–1988 | Diesel | 54 hp (40 kW) | 71 lb-ft (96 Nm) | 20 s | 88 mph (141 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.8i (115 hp) | 1982–1986 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 111 lb-ft (151 Nm) | 10.5 s | 116 mph (187 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.8 E (100 hp) | 1985–1986 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 103 lb-ft (140 Nm) | 11.8 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 (82 hp) | 1986–1988 | Gasoline | 82 hp (60 kW) | 96 lb-ft (130 Nm) | Front-wheel drive | |||
| 1.6i CAT (75 hp) Automatic | 1986–1988 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 103 lb-ft (140 Nm) | 13.5 s | 110 mph (177 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0i (115 hp) | 1986–1988 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 129 lb-ft (175 Nm) | 9.5 s | 116 mph (187 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0i CAT (115 hp) | 1986–1988 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 125 lb-ft (170 Nm) | 10 s | 116 mph (187 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6i (75 hp) | 1987–1988 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 91 lb-ft (123 Nm) | 14.5 s | 99 mph (160 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.8 (84 hp) | 1987–1988 | Gasoline | 84 hp (62 kW) | 105 lb-ft (143 Nm) | 12.5 s | 104 mph (168 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0i (100 hp) | 1987–1988 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 125 lb-ft (170 Nm) | Front-wheel drive | |||
| 2.0i GT (129 hp) | 1987–1988 | Gasoline | 129 hp (95 kW) | 133 lb-ft (180 Nm) | 9.3 s | 120 mph (193 km/h) | Front-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.