1974 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, both 1974 Citroen CX and 1974 Holden Torana were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
Because 1974 Holden Torana 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 1974 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | CX | Torana |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |