1986 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Ram |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 4080 mm |
