1985 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lamborghini Diablo 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 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | CX | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
