1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 12 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 222 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
