1985 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 302 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |