2005 Acura RSX vs. 1981 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
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, 2005 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1981 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RSX | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
