1985 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
