1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | CX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
