1985 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, both 1985 Citroen CX and 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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 Pontiac Fiero (92 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 184 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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 Pontiac Fiero. 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 Pontiac Fiero (182 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
