1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Citroen CX
To start off, 1981 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 293 kg more than 1981 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | CX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
