1984 Citroen BX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
