1984 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. Both 1984 Citroen CX and 1996 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
