1985 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Saab 900.
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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | CX | 900 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
