1986 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 6 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CX | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
