1990 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 402 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | CX | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
