1987 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1991 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. 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, both vehicles can yield 177 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | CX | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
