2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1982 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 1982 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 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 | 1280 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
