1979 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 383 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
