1983 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 807 is newer by 21 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 807. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 807. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2004 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 807 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
