1987 Citroen CX vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, both 1987 Citroen CX and 1987 TVR Type S were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S.
Because 1987 TVR Type S 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 1987 TVR Type S. 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, 1987 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1987 TVR Type S | |
Make | Citroen | TVR |
Model | CX | Type S |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2300 mm |