1985 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 1988 Holden Commodore 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 1988 Holden Commodore. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | CX | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
