1988 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | CX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
