1976 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 7 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1983 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 1983 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, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Senator |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
