1979 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 12 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), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
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, 1991 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
