1986 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 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 2013 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 108 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 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2615 mm |