1988 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 24 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. 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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Agila |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
