1982 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, both 1982 Citroen BX and 1982 Opel Ascona were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 86 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Opel Ascona (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
