1989 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 20 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | CX | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
