1979 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 911 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 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |