1984 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Tata Estate
To start off, 1991 Tata Estate is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (105 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 1991 Tata Estate 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 1991 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1991 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | CX | Estate |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
