1985 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, both 1985 Citroen CX and 1985 Saab 90 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 (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 384 kg more than 1985 Saab 90. 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 (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1985 Saab 90 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | CX | 90 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |