1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | Citi |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
