1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 91 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | CX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1500 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
