1984 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 20 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 71 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Signum |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
