1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 28 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), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |