1988 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 780 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | CX | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
