1985 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 20 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 93 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
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 (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
