2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
