1976 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
