1986 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
