1987 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
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, 2002 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Signum |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
