2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
