1976 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Senator |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
