1988 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 4 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 324 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
