1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 317 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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Ascona | XM |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
