1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 18 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), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 225 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
