1984 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 121 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | CX | Octavia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |