2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 222 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | CX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |