1990 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 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 | 1230 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
