1985 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Liana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
