1985 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CX | Alero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
