1986 Citroen CX vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 13 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | CX | Guara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
