1979 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 33 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |
