2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1989 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | CX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
