1989 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 9 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 1998 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Citroen | Venturi |
Model | CX | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |