1974 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1979 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Omni |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
