1988 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. 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 3 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
