1979 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
