1974 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 6 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, 1980 Saab 900 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Saab 900.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | CX | 900 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
