1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1980 Citroen CX
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1980 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cavalier | CX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
