2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1990 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | CX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 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 | 6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
