1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 137 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | CX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
