1989 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
