1988 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 275 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
