1984 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
