1974 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 4 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 243 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | CX | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |