1984 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
