1988 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Antara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
