1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 16 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), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Calibra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |