1979 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 348 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
