1986 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | CX | D8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
