1974 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 76 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 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
