2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
