1988 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 12 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 361 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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 (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | CX | EL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2619 mm |
