1985 Citroen CX vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 319 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | CX | Guara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
