1974 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 7 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 (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. 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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
