1980 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen CX | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | CX | Ignis |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |