1980 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 270 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
