2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 966 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3100 mm |
