1987 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 21 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 695 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | CX | Safari |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |