1980 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 194 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
