1988 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 15 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 287 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.
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, 2003 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Signum |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
