1985 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2000 Tata Estate is newer by 15 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, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2000 Tata Estate 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 2000 Tata Estate. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | CX | Estate |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
