1979 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
