1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | ZX | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |