1988 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1988 Citroen CX and 1988 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 398 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 309. 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 (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1988 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | CX | 309 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |