1983 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
