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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 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 570 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 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 | 2500 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |