1988 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 1988 Citroen CX and 1988 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (105 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1988 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Jetta |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |