1990 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Citroen CX.
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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Zafira |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |