1974 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 398 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Jaguar XJS 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 1975 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
