1987 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Rekord 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
