1984 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 14 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | CX | T700 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
