1985 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 1990 Toyota Supra 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 1990 Toyota Supra. 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Supra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
