1988 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 228 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
