1983 Citroen CX vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, both 1983 Citroen CX and 1983 TVR Tasmin were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1983 TVR Tasmin 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 1983 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Citroen | TVR |
Model | CX | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |