1985 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1984 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| 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 Weight | 1420 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
