1987 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 20 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 362 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | CX | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
