2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 232 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
