1987 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 1986 Opel Omega 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 1986 Opel Omega. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
