1984 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 695 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | CX | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1225 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
