1985 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Forester |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2616 mm |