1988 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 21 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2737 mm |
