1985 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 19 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.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | CC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2708 mm |
