1972 Citroen GS vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 102 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Ascona (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | GS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
