1985 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 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), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 66 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | CX | C5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |