1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 765 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | CX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
