1989 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 355 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 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | 928 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
