1982 Citroen CX vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 1993 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | CX | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
