2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 22 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
