1987 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 518 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
