1985 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
