1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 36 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | CX |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |