1985 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 26 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 2011 Seat Exeo.
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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2642 mm |
