1987 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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. Both 1987 Citroen CX and 2007 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 273 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
