1987 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Acura Integra

To start off, both 1987 Citroen CX and 1987 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Citroen CX 1987 Acura Integra
Make Citroen Acura
Model CX Integra
Year Released 1987 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 137 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.7:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4285 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1665 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2450 mm


 

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