1984 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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. Both 1984 Citroen CX and 2010 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 168 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |