1989 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 7 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 636 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 326 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotec |
| Model | CX | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1656 kg |
