1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 29 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, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 3 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
