1988 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 296 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Golf |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |