1974 Citroen GS vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 22 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | GS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
