1987 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 206 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
