1979 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
