1974 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
