2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C 15 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 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 | 995 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
