1994 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 12 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 297 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
