1994 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 13 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 252 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | AX | Ascona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |