1984 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
