1978 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | CX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
