1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator 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 1990 Opel Senator. 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Senator |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
