1986 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 95 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2624 mm |
