1985 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX 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 (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 131 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Astra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
