1987 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 38 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | Compass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2634 mm |
