1986 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe 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 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | CX | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
