1986 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 21 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
