1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 18 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, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
