1983 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 1986 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 12.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
