1987 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 3 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1990 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Citroen | Venturi |
Model | CX | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |