1989 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 8 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 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, 1989 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
