1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6.
Because 1991 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | V6 | CX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3100 mm |
