1988 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 16 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 45 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Vectra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |