1988 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 18 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |