1974 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Ascona |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |