1985 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, both 1985 Citroen CX and 1985 Citroen Visa were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 728 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | CX | Visa |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |