1979 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
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 (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2011 Opel Combo | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Combo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |