1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, both 1989 Aston Martin Virage and 1989 Citroen CX were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin Virage 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 1989 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1989 Citroen CX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | Virage | CX |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |