1985 Citroen BX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 4 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
