1985 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, both 1985 Citroen CX and 1985 Chevrolet Astro were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | CX | Astro |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |