1986 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 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. Both 1986 Citroen CX and 2010 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 47 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Impreza |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |