1986 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |