1987 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 6 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, 1987 Citroen AX (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 219 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (120 Nm). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 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 | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
