1979 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 240 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
