1987 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
