1990 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 133 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Corrado |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |