1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 485 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Rally Raid | Ascona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |