1987 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 116 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
