1986 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Lada 111
To start off, 2005 Lada 111 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Lada 111. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2005 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
