1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 38 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | CX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
