1975 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
