1984 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 4 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 1983 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Senator |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
