1986 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
