1974 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 80 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 1978 Plymouth Volare 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare 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 Volare | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Volare |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
