1985 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1987 Toyota Supra is newer by 2 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Supra weights approximately 63 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1987 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Supra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
