2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 12 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cavalier | CX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
