1988 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 322 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Senator |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |