1987 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
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1987 Citroen CX | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | CX | Urraco |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 53 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |