1985 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, both 1985 Citroen CX and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX | 250 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |