1988 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, both 1988 Citroen CX and 1988 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | 928 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |