1987 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 23 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 10 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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | CX | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
