1985 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 356 kg more than 1984 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 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 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
