1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
