1981 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Tatra T613 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 1990 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen CX | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Citroen | Tatra |
Model | CX | T613 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |