2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 499 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
