2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 17 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
